Diesel & Heavy Equipment Instructor, Full-Time

Carteret Community College (Morehead City, NC) is accepting applications for a full-time Diesel & Heavy Equipment Instructor for our academic year effective August 1 through May 31 (10 months).  Pay would be spread evenly over 12 months.

Interested applicants may apply at www.carteret.edu/jobs.   Our online application must be completed in its entirety.  Attach copies of manufacturer certificates in heavy equipment, transport technology, or diesel related field.    A cover letter and resume are also recommended.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  The first application review date will be July 10, 2024.

An instructor will conduct college courses for undergraduate students by performing the following duties.   Duties include:

Teaching and Learning:

• Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as recommended by the program chair and approved by the division dean.

• Facilitate the learning process by designing and implementing instructional activities that are appropriate and meaningful.

• Adhere to the departmental course guidelines and ensure that content covers SACS-approved competencies.

• Order supplies and materials for labs supervised and prepare lab activities and assignments as needed.

• Fulfill the duties of lab instructor in supervision of students as applicable.

• Assume responsibility for maintaining all required college records including attendance and grade reports, roll books, etc.

• Evaluate student performance using methods appropriate to the course.

Curriculum Development:

• Maintain, review, and update course descriptions, objectives, and outlines for courses of instruction and develop new courses of study as necessary.

• Make recommendations to dean for selection of supplies, equipment, equipment repairs, textbooks for courses of study, and the scheduling of classroom and laboratory facilities.

• Participate in departmental activities relative to revising and updating the program(s) in the area of expertise.

• Assist with the development of new programs in the area of expertise.

Advising:

• Provide assistance to advisees.

• Participate in department, division and college-wide advising activities.

• Learn and maintain proficiency with program requirements of assigned advisees.

• Use the computer and the college's student information system to assist advisees.

• Follow up on all assigned advisees.

• Attend training sessions relative to advising.

Professional Development:

• Develop a professional development plan that is approved by the program chairperson and then the division dean and participate in those activities that achieve approved professional development activities.

• Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for position.

• Keep abreast of current technology.

• Attend workshops, conferences, and professional meetings.

• Participate in on-campus professional development activities.

Institutional Service:

• Adhere to all institutional policies and procedures.

• Attend all required department, division, and college-wide meetings.

• Serve on committees as required.

• Participate in college-wide activities.

Community Services:

• Maintain contact with industry partners.

• Be alert to public relations opportunities and use these to promote the college and the department.

• Assist in planning and conducting advisory committee meetings.

High School Partnerships

• Establish partnerships and linkages with public high schools and Adult High School.

• Participate in collaborative activities such as CTE Expo and Career Days.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Minimum: Manufacture Certification in Heavy Equipment, Transport Technology or Diesel related field AND 10 years of experience as a truck, equipment, or marine service and repair technician.

Preferred: Associate degree in Heavy Equipment, Transport Technology or related field, Manufacture Certification in Heavy Equipment, Transport Technology or Diesel related field AND 12 years of experience as a truck, equipment, or marine technician. Some teaching/training experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

Teaching and administrative experience leading to this level of responsibility. Demonstration of skills in the areas of transportation electrical, med/heavy duty brakes, powertrains, hydraulics, communication, organization, and managing multiple priorities; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, community groups, and others; and demonstrated ability to work within a collaborative team environment.

Mathematical Skills - the applicant must have a working knowledge of Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry.

Computer Skills - the applicant must have basic computer and keyboarding skills. Microsoft Office knowledge is a plus as this position will require the use of this software.

Physical Demands:

Applicants should be able to lift 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

Other requirements:  The candidate must have the ability to accommodate a flexible working schedule. Limited travel both within service area and outside service area for education and program advancement. Must have a valid NC driver's license. Must be able to work around and use petroleum products.  Must be able to drive the facility's pickup trucks and vans. Must be certified and able to drive the facilities forklifts. Carteret Community College is an EOE/E-verify employer.  Job offers are conditional upon a satisfactory background check.